Welding

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Program Overview

The Welding Program provides specialized training in welding safety, welding theory, mathematics, cost analysis, blueprint reading and pipe template development. Students learn a variety of welding techniques including SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW as well as oxy-fuel welding/cutting and carbon arc and plasma cutting/gouging. Students become proficient in all national code and standard positions on mild steel, aluminum and stainless steel plate and pipe. Upon successful completion of the one-year program, students receive a Welding Certificate and are eligible to sit for certification examinations in a wide variety of welding disciplines.

Program Outcomes

Apply safe working practices while welding and cutting.

Prepare quality welds using the SMAW process on pipe and plate in all positions.

Prepare quality welds using the OFW/Brazing process in all positions.

Produce quality cuts using various cutting equipment and techniques on carbon, stainless and aluminum in all positions.

Prepare quality welds using GMAW/FCAW process on pipe and plate in all positions.

Prepare quality welds using GTAW process on carbon, stainless and aluminum in all positions.

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